They did everything they legally could. When O.J. got off for the murders the grandparents refused to give the kids to him and they dragged out the custody fight for a year. But when the judge outright said she didn’t see any risk of harm to the kids by being with their father, there was nothing left that they could do. It was the 90s and the rights of the parent was the main consideration.
“During the trial, attorneys for the Browns, Roit and Eric L. Lagin, focused on allegations of domestic abuse involving Simpson and his ex-wife. Citing experts, Roit said during closing arguments that witnessing domestic abuse or its results is harmful for children.
But the judge wrote in her opinion that the attorneys for the Browns had “failed to demonstrate clear and convincing evidence” that giving custody to their father would be harmful to the children.”
Simpson Wins Custody of His Son, Daughter
Courts: Judge's ruling cites children's affection for father. Grandparents, who will receive visitation rights, request a stay of the ruling pending an appeal.
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